Don't be afraid to use missiles. When their shields are down, you only need one Light Missile to bring down an Okkar Fighter.

Invest in the Energy Regneration Perk early.

Strafe and roll to dodge enemy fire

Beyond that, the developers are very open to feedback, both positive and negative, in regards to the core gameplay loop and the various other mechanics that make Everspace function. Feel free to leave your own thoughts as well.

Additionally, if ever an issue hits you during the game (whether it be tehcnical, some kind of bug, or straight up crash) be sure to swing by and report the occurrence here. We'll try and find the best solution for you, as quickly as possible.